Top Boston Gala Venues

• Spaces for 64-125 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Estate
• 1 Mansion

• Spaces for 250-600 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

The Boston Marriott Cambridge can accommodate your every desire with a selection of stunning wedding reception venues. Ideally located across the Charles River, the Boston Marriott Cambridge creates a stunning backdrop for your wedding. From a rooftop garden to a stylish pre-function area, you will find everything you need to create the wedding of your dreams. The Boston Marriott Cambridge Hotel brings a fabulous and perfectly planned wedding to comfort you and your guests.

• Spaces for 75-100 Guests

We are a cozy & intimate husband & wife owned restaurant with an emphasis on a seasonally driven menu and genuine, warm hospitality. Exposed brick, glowy lighting, large windows to watch the snow fall or the sun pour in.

• Spaces for 90-150 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

Let's have a party! As the ideal venue for private, business, and social gatherings including birthday parties, rehearsal dinners, anniversaries, and special occasions of any type, we provide a number of possibilities for you and your guests. Roll the dice and reserve your upcoming corporate happy hour with us! Enjoy our house sampling while sipping on one of Lucky's famous drinks. Lucky's takes its food & drink as seriously as its entertainment, with classic cocktails and a noteworthy cuisine. The covert entry, underground setting, and energetic ambiance all evoke the feel of a speakeasy from the 1960s, which is always a fun time. This Seaport District after-work rendezvous, vintage supper club, late-night speakeasy, and overall ode to Sinatra operates covertly (there is no sign out front), pairing a fusion menu and fine beverages with groovy melodies for a hot crowd. We've established ourselves as the go-to location in Boston's trendy Fort Point neighborhood for live music, delicious cuisine, and drinks, as well as corporate and private events over the years. We can't wait to host your event!

Broken Records is a modern beer hall located in Boston’s newest sports and entertainment destination, Boston Landing. The menu features a host of shareable appetizers, bowls, sandwiches, and desserts. The ever-rotating beer list offers a mix of specialty local brews from throughout New England, as well as reliable favorites. For the non-beer drinkers, there’s an eclectic mix of hard ciders, hard seltzers, a full wine list & collection of cordial cocktails. We believe a broken record should be celebrated. It gives us all a chance to reflect on our potential, to achieve what the world has determined to be the absolute best. It’s that celebratory spirit of accomplishment we encourage at Broken Records.

• Spaces for 20-75 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Meeting Space

Experience a seamless blend of classic architecture and modern amenities at this exceptional venue, ideal for business meetings, private parties, and intimate weddings seeking elegance and sophistication. Immerse yourself in Boston's industrial heritage at a unique hotel located in the vibrant Seaport district. Featuring exposed brick walls and a distinctive industrial ambiance, this venue provides a captivating backdrop for corporate functions, stylish cocktail receptions, or intimate weddings, combining charm and character with contemporary comforts. Discover the perfect fusion of old-world charm and contemporary style, enriched by historical significance and upgraded amenities. Situated in a prime location, this venue offers both convenience and sophistication, ensuring your event is memorable and flawlessly executed. Explore our curated collection to find the ideal venue for your next occasion. Whether you're captivated by classic historical architecture or drawn to the edgy vibe of industrial design, our hotels promise an exceptional and distinctive experience.

• Spaces for 20-50 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Event Space

Courtyard Boston Brookline offers event spaces for your next celebration in Brookline, Massachusetts.

• Spaces for 50-400 Guests
• 4 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Event Space
• 5 Total Spaces

A 36-acre garden that's ready for your vision to come to life! Beautiful floral and botanical spaces create both open and intimate settings for your wedding, corporate event, or social gathering — less than 20 miles from Downtown Boston. Featuring historic estate architecture among modern and traditional landscapes, this unique indoor/outdoor venue is an unforgettable and one-of-a-kind setting! Our property features twelve beautiful display gardens and several event venues to accommodate events of any kind. Almost any size wedding can be held in one of our several reception settings, which can accommodate seated or standing parties. We provide a range of options for you, whether you want to be completely indoors, completely outside, or a little bit of both. Massachusetts Horticultural Society, formed in 1829, is the country's oldest formally structured horticultural organization. Many aspects of our location at The Garden at Elm Bank are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Our land is the ideal backdrop for any event, whether you want to include our history or simply have a unique setting. All event rentals at the Garden at Elm Bank include access to all of our twelve display gardens. For our late afternoon and evening rentals, we take pride in presenting only one event on the property at a time, allowing for the most private experience imaginable. We urge you and your guests to explore and make the most of every minute while on the site, whether they arrive early, want to meander through the areas during cocktail hour, or want to take advantage of our many photo opportunities. We invite you to explore our indoor and outdoor event spaces in our gallery and inquire about your special event today!

• Spaces for 30-250 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 2 Bars
• 6 Total Spaces

An elegant historic waterfront wedding venue in Scituate, Massachusetts, this splendid setting is nestled in the seaside town of Boston's South Shore overlooking Scituate Harbor. This charming venue will sweep you and your guests off their feet, delivering memories that will last a lifetime. Barker House in Scituate, MA, is an ideal wedding destination for couples looking for a charmingly attractive historical setting for their special day. Recipient of Here Comes the Guide's 'New England Hidden Gem Wedding Venues' editorial badge, Barker House by Wedgewood Weddings also delights New England couples with its under-the-radar locale boasting vintage charm. You'll fall in love with this newly undiscovered venue. The team at Wedgewood Weddings is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and helping to create a memorable experience for all guests. The beautifully landscaped gardens, stunning harbor views, and vintage charm of the venue will make you fall in love with this historic New England wedding location. Creating unique special occasions since 1986, Wedgewood Weddings has become a trusted name in the industry, providing exceptional service, quality, and value. Our team of experts takes care of every detail to ensure your vision comes to life exactly as you hope. Choosing Wedgewood Weddings takes the stress out of wedding planning, so you can focus on what's important - each other. Book your one-on-one venue tour today and discover why Barker House by Wedgewood Weddings is right for your special day. Experience the beauty and charm of Scituate, MA, and let our expert team help you create a wedding celebration you'll remember for a lifetime.

• Spaces for 25-270 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor
• 3 Total Spaces

Tucked away along the banks of Lake Massapoag, Saphire Estate’s charming manor house and sprawling grounds are the pinnacle of New England perfection. With inspiring lakefront views, lavish fountains set amidst lush gardens and picturesque woods, Saphire Estate offers a multitude of photo opportunities to tell your love story. A separate cocktail space boasts a cozy fireplace, gold chandeliers, and a quartz bar top juxtaposed by a variety of rich textures and stunning millwork. Begin your wedding morning at Saphire Estate at The Gatehouse: a newly renovated getting-ready space just steps from the venue featuring ample natural light, lakefront views, and a large open floor plan. The entire estate, grounds, and fully modern amenities are yours alone to enjoy on your special day as your event is our singular focus. Our events are fully inclusive of venue rental, food and beverage, with a dedicated in-house team handling every detail from start to finish. Minimums start at $15,000 and vary by date, day of the week, guest count, and menu selections.

• Spaces for 250-390 Guests
• 1 Event Space

With its gorgeous crystal chandeliers, big mother of pearl dance floor, sophisticated décor, and classic color scheme, Avenir is one of the newest venues on the South Shore. Avenir, which means "future" in French, features a large ballroom with a domed ceiling, a light and open indoor terrace for cocktail hour, a stunning outdoor wedding location overlooking a lush woodland region, and an attractive inside ceremony chamber, among other stylish places. Avenir's ballroom is a dynamic space totally configurable for events of any size, whether it's an intimate fifty-person wedding celebration or a spectacular extravaganza for up to 390 guests, thanks to two state-of-the-art electronic curtain systems. Avenir is conveniently located 30 minutes south of Boston, just minutes from downtown Walpole's lovely center. Avenir Weddings in Walpole, MA is bordered by protected land, providing a quiet setting for your wedding. This area is meticulously maintained by our skilled landscaping crew, providing the ideal backdrop for a ceremony as well as outdoor photography. While Avenir's show-stopping ballroom is the star of the show, we love discovering fresh pockets of beauty around the venue. It's also a terrific area to take photos throughout your big day, with exquisite lighting fixtures, a toasty fireplace, and stunning crown molding. Guests can enjoy libations and hors d'oeuvres in the stylish cocktail lounge before hitting the dance floor. It's the ideal place to unwind between the ceremony and the reception. With room for lots of guests, breathtaking views, plenty of room to dance and celebrate, and a convenient but private location, Avenir is the perfect place to start when you’re planning your next big event.

• Spaces for 250-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Total Spaces

In the heart of East Bridgewater, Miraval Gardens invites you on a journey where historic charm meets modern elegance. Once a beloved local martini hall, this venue has become a beacon of love and celebration. As you enter the grand entrance, the blend of contemporary design with traditional aesthetics whispers tales of past and future unions. With its enchanting backdrop, the serene ceremony site offers a canvas for your vows, surrounded by the unspoiled beauty of nature and the tranquil sounds of murmuring gorgeous water features. Inside, the grand reception hall waits to host your celebrated moments under high, elegant ceilings, with nature revealed through generous windows. At Miraval Gardens, every step, every moment, is an invitation to create memories that echo through time. Features: - All-Season Gardens: Beautifully maintained grounds and a woodland backdrop that change with the seasons, offering year-round beauty and a touch of nature's charm - Serene Ceremony Lawn: Choose between a whitewashed pergola and a modern accent arch, surrounded by lush greenery and a secluded private setting - Picturesque Outdoors: Includes a pond with a fountain, a pergola-lined walkway, and ample seating areas, ideal for outdoor ceremonies and photo opportunities - Expansive Reception Room: A modern, high-ceilinged space with capacity for 250 guests, boasting two stone fireplaces, a built-in bar, and stunning views of the gardens - Versatile Event Spaces: Indoor and outdoor cocktail areas, customizable to match any wedding theme, from boho to elegant, with personalized lighting and décor options

• Spaces for 50-400 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 2 Bars
• 5 Total Spaces

The beautiful Peabody Essex Museum, in Salem, Massachusetts, is one of the region's most exquisite settings for your special events. Whether you’re planning a corporate banquet or a gathering for close friends and family, the museum offers a beautiful space that is perfectly suited for creating memorable occasions. Cocktail receptions, formal parties and celebrations are expertly planned and executed with the help of our experienced staff. We look forward to showing you our galleries in person. Together we can plan an event that is truly special.

• Spaces for 280 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Whether you choose elegant inside elegance or upmarket outdoor charm, The Villa has three distinct settings that are suitable for your big day. You can exchange vows under the gorgeous outdoor pergola or transform a ballroom into a spiritual ceremony area with various ceremony alternatives. The Grand Ballroom, Madera Ballroom, and Tent offer different and exciting options for every taste and style, no matter the season. Under the Grand Ballroom's gold-accented ceiling and shimmering chandeliers, dance the night away. In the expansive drinking lounge, sip beverages and socialize with your friends among the stunning opalescent walls and spectacular, custom-built bar. The appropriate environment for a magnificent occasion of up to 280 people is created by a dramatically illuminated ballroom with modern facilities, newly upgraded light fixtures, and an enticing fourteen-foot linear fireplace. With its beautiful white shiplap ceiling, dark wood exposed beams, and grand fireplaces at each end, the Madera Ballroom oozes charm. This one-of-a-kind, French-inspired ballroom, suited for up to 220 guests, exudes romance with a modern flair and tudor style windows. The lovely and versatile Madera Ballroom can easily be switched from ceremony to reception, making it a great destination for any couple. The Tent is the ideal outdoor place for a romantic evening under the stars with 250 of your closest friends and family, surrounded by a beautiful garden and gorgeous landscapes. Cocktails can be enjoyed al fresco beside the roaring fire pit and pleasant seating area on the tent's perimeter. Then tear up the dance floor beneath the glamorously backlit, draped ceiling with glittering lights and elegant chandeliers.

• Spaces for 30-100 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Total Spaces

At Avenue, we bring farm-to-table dining to the suburbs, offering a warm, inviting atmosphere that celebrates seasonal ingredients and thoughtful craft. Our custom-built wood grill infuses depth and flavor across the menu, from vibrant salads and hand-crafted pastas to fresh seafood and artisanal flatbreads. Whether you’re sipping craft cocktails at the bar, enjoying dinner with friends, or hosting a private event, Avenue is a place where genuine hospitality and distinctive flavors create lasting memories. Set in the heart of Medfield, Avenue presents an inviting private-event experience tailored for curated gatherings of up to 150 guests. The space offers flexible day and evening time options, with custom seasonal menus, hand-crafted cocktails, and a warm & inviting ambiance. With thoughtful planning and a focus on group celebrations, it’s an ideal venue for refined dinners, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, baby showers, and corporate events!

• Spaces for 2-200 Guests

Merrimack River Estate by Wedgewood Weddings is an upscale manor venue in Tyngsborough, Massachusetts, set along the Merrimack River valley about 35 miles north of Boston. This is a complete wedding destination, not just a room you rent for a few hours. Multiple event spaces flow naturally from ceremony to cocktail hour to reception, and on-site guest lodging is included with every booking, not as an afterthought. Your guests stay where they celebrate. Out-of-town family has somewhere to land. The wedding party wakes up together the next morning. The whole thing becomes a weekend. The aesthetic leans French-inspired, with landscaped grounds, architectural interiors, and spaces that feel considered without feeling fussy. Get-ready suites give the wedding party actual room to prepare, with real light and real space. Wedgewood Weddings manages the planning and coordination through one team, one contract, and transparent package pricing built around what you actually want. You bring your people. We handle the logistics. The goal is straightforward: help you build exactly the event you want and make sure you actually enjoy it when it happens.

• Spaces for 200-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 space at this venue

The Lakehouse, formerly Lakeside Villa, is a picturesque location in Halifax, MA. Featuring 500 feet of beautiful shoreline, lush gardens, lakefront views and gorgeous sunsets, The Lakehouse is home to endless photo opportunities to capture the start of your happily ever after. Whether you’ve always imagined an outdoor garden affair or a glamorous ballroom experience, Saphire Event Group has both the setting and team to make your vision a reality. With over 40 years of experience in planning and creating special events, the team of event professionals are dedicated to making sure you never miss a moment of fun on your big day. From set up until your last guest leaves the dance floor, they ensure that you and your loved ones have the best day ever. Saphire Event Group Venues Avenir | The Lakehouse | Saphire Estate | The Villa

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Event Space

A century of history meets modern elegance just outside Boston. Imagine exchanging vows surrounded by lush gardens, beneath towering trees, with the charm of a historic New England estate as your backdrop. Groveland Fairways by Wedgewood Weddings has a storied past. Originally a family farm, it was later transformed into a golf practice facility. Today, it serves as an exclusive event center. This versatile venue is known for its lush greenery and gardens, meticulously maintained grounds, and charming wraparound porch. With tons of mature trees and hedges, expansive grassy areas, and inviting gardens, Groveland Fairways by Wedgewood Weddings delivers an incredible setting for your New England celebration, regardless of the season. Celebrate all four seasons at this event center, offering multiple indoor and outdoor spaces, an onsite getting-ready room, multiple ceremony spaces, multiple fireplaces, and architectural details such as crown molding and chair railing. Groveland Fairways is a gorgeous Boston-area wedding venue located in Groveland, near Haverhill and Newburyport, just a 10-minute drive from both I-95 and I-495. It's a popular choice for couples from Essex County cities like Amesbury, Salisbury, Lawrence, and Methuen, as well as those from Suffolk County, Middlesex County (including Cambridge), and Norfolk County. The venue is also easily accessible for guests coming from nearby New Hampshire towns like Plaistow, Salem, and Portsmouth. Located only 34 miles from Boston Logan Airport, it's a convenient choice for both local and traveling guests, offering a lovely setting in the heart of Massachusetts' North Shore region. Wedgewood Weddings, a family-owned company, has been transforming the wedding industry since 1986. Their comprehensive packages include all the essentials for your special day at no additional cost. Schedule a tour today and see why couples across Massachusetts and New Hampshire are choosing Groveland Fairways for their special day!

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Total Spaces

Granite Rose is a charming getaway that'll make you feel like you've escaped to a lush garden estate surrounded by towering forests. It offers a stunning garden ceremony site (with indoor alternate) that exudes charm and romance. Step inside the event center and guests are immediately impressed by the expansive windows that flood the ballroom with sunlight, wrap-around deck, and the stately chandelier that's originally from the Ritz Carlton in Paris. Granite Rose by Wedgewood Weddings & Events is beautifully secluded yet easily reachable from Strafford, Merrimack, and Hillsborough Counties. By choosing this premier event venue, couples can relax with a stress-free planning experience while also hosting an event that's sure to impress their guests. Granite Rose is a multi award-winning venue featured annually in Here Comes the Guide wedding editorials like ‘Massachusetts Wooded Wedding Venues’ and ‘New England’s Best Hidden Gem Wedding Venues’, plus Wedding Wire’s ‘Couples Choice.' As with all Wedgewood Wedding properties, our team of wedding experts is dedicated to providing exceptional services for engaged couples searching for the right wedding venue at the right price. Wedding location-seekers in New Hampshire and Southern New England can expect stress-free wedding planning and detail management, wedding concierge service, and access to exclusive preferred vendors.

• Spaces for 200-225 Guests

A graceful row of arborvitaes and lush grapevines marks the entrance to Birch Wood Vineyards, a Southern New Hampshire wedding destination set on a quiet stretch of Route 28 in Derry. From the moment you arrive, the outside world falls away, replaced by manicured gardens, the subtle fragrance of the vineyard, and a setting that feels simultaneously intimate and grand. Established in 2016, Birch Wood Vineyards has grown into one of Southern New Hampshire's most celebrated wedding destinations, earning the devotion of couples and guests alike through an unwavering commitment to exceptional experiences. Birch Wood Vineyards offers professional staffing, event planning, and day-of coordination so every detail is handled seamlessly. In the months leading up to your wedding, event planners assist with vendor recommendations, scheduling, and floor plans. During the week of the event, the team coordinates your rehearsal and oversees the day itself, ensuring a seamless, stress-free experience from the first tour through the final dance.